The Diplomatic Spat between Canada and India Takes Center Stage
The United States has stepped in to urge India to take Canada’s allegations of an assassination plot seriously. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller emphasized the gravity of the situation and called for cooperation in the investigation, expressing disappointment in India’s decision to take a different approach.
Both India and Canada have expelled each other’s diplomats amidst claims that Indian agents were involved in targeting Sikh separatists on Canadian soil. The escalating tensions have not impacted bilateral trade ties, according to government officials from both countries. Despite the diplomatic strain, economic connections between Canada and India remain strong, with a focus on mineral exports and pharmaceutical imports.
The United States has also raised concerns over a similar alleged plot by India on US soil in the past. An Indian Enquiry Committee is in Washington to address the issue, signaling India’s commitment to investigating the matter thoroughly. The international community closely watches as these nations navigate delicate diplomatic waters.